Publicity Assistant

Company Overview

Penguin Random House is a leading publishing house specializing in adult and children's books across numerous genres worldwide. Our extensive network includes nearly 300 publishing brands and imprints such as Ballantine, Bantam, Knopf, and Vintage, among others. We are dedicated to quality, innovative publishing, encompassing editorial, marketing, publicity, sales, production, and distribution.

Role Overview

Random House, an esteemed imprint founded in 1925, is seeking a Publicity Assistant to join its publicity team. This role supports promotional campaigns for media-driven fiction and nonfiction titles across imprints like Random House, Dial Press, One World, and Modern Library. The position offers an immersive learning experience in fast-paced trade book publishing and is ideal for self-motivated individuals who are passionate about books and publicity.

Key Responsibilities

• Support publicity staff in managing media campaigns for bestselling authors.
• Engage with media contacts, booksellers, authors, agents, and internal teams.
• Pitch stories and titles to media and retail venues.
• Organize and maintain author itineraries and campaign schedules.
• Keep internal documentation and systems updated accurately.
• Manage distribution of publicity materials and review copies.
• Coordinate travel and accommodation arrangements for author tours and events.
• Process invoices and assist in managing campaign budgets.
• Conduct online research to expand publicity contact lists and update media databases.
• Perform additional tasks and projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Passion for book publishing, publicity, and media relations across diverse genres.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational abilities with keen attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
• Effective collaboration skills within a team environment.
• Proactive, self-driven approach to learning and development.
• Competence with social media platforms, internet research, and Microsoft Office tools.

Additional Information

This position is based in New York with a hybrid work arrangement requiring presence at the office located at 1745 Broadway and candidates commuting from nearby tri-state areas (NJ, CT, and PA) are considered. The yearly salary is $55,000, with eligibility for an annual profit-based bonus. Comprehensive employee benefits include medical, dental, vision coverage, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plans, disability insurance, commuter benefits, student loan repayment, educational assistance, and generous paid leave.

Penguin Random House promotes diversity and inclusion, ensuring equal opportunity employment regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, or other protected statuses. Personal information is managed with strict confidentiality in compliance with applicable data protection laws.